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FUKUOKA

FUKUOKAlies on the northern coast of Kyushu, the

southernmost of the four main islands of Japan. The city has a

2,000-year history and has prospered since ancient times as a

gateway of Asia. With a population of over 1,476,316 (as of Jul.,

2010) people, making it the 7 th largest city in Japan, it is the

administrative, economic and cultural center of Kyushu. Fukuoka

is a modern city with many hotels and other facilities and also

temples, shrines, and other places of cultural and historic inter-

est are carefully preserved. Moreover, it is surrounded by a

diverse natural environment boasting numerous mountains, hot

springs, seas, and parks located nearby the downtown area. And

while Fukuoka offers all the conveniences of a major city, itsslower pace allows visitors to relax as well.

Fukuoka boasts exceptional accessibility with over 300 interna-

tional flights per week to and from more than 20 cities in Asia

and beyond, plus of course numerous daily flights to and from

airports in Tokyo, Osaka and all other major domestic destina-

tions. Visitors arriving at Fukuoka Airport can reach the city cen-

ter in only 11 minutes by subway. JR Hakata Station, the principal

railroad station in both Fukuoka and Kyushu as a whole, is

served by the Shinkansen, with minimum traveling times from

Tokyo in less than 6 hours. Fukuoka is conveniently located as a

base for exploring Kyushu, either by highway bus or express

train which provide quick connections to such cities as Beppu,

Miyazaki, Kumamoto, Kagoshima and Nagasaki.During the Edo Period, the Naka River divided the present-day

city of Fukuoka into the two areas: the castle town of Fukuoka

on the western side and the merchants town of Hakata to the

east. In 1889, the two towns were incorporated into the pres-

ent Fukuoka City, but even today facets of old Hakata remain,

with for example the preservation of traditional crafts such as

Hakata Dolls and Hakata Textiles.

The people of Fukuoka love festivals, and there is a full calendar

of events to match. The four most representative examples are

Hakata Dontaku (May 34), where citizens groups dressed in

costumes parade through the streets of the city; Hakata Gion

Yamakasa (July 115), the climax of which involves seven teams

of several hundred men, each carrying one-ton floats over a five-

kilometer course in a time trial; Hojoya (Sep 1218), which has a

1,085-year history held in Hakozaki shrine; and Asian Month

(September), a month-long celebration of Asian culture. There

are also numerous smaller festivals held in and around Fukuoka,

all of which can add color to your trip.

Transportation in the City:The easiest way to travel around Fukuoka is by subway not

only are station names indicated in Roman letters but instruc-

tions for buying tickets are displayed in English on ticket vending

machines. Kuko Line runs from Fukuoka airport to Meinohama

via Hakata, Nakasu-Kawabata, Tenjin and Ohorikoen (for Ohori

Park). Hakozaki Line runs from Nakasu-Kawabata to Kaizuka via

Hakozaki-Miyamae (for Hakozaki Shrine). Nanakuma Line runs

from Tenjin-minami (south) to Hashimoto via Fukudaimae.

Fukuoka is also served by an extensive network of bus routes

which takes you to most points of interest within the city and

beyond. The principal terminals for local and long-distance buses

is Fukuoka Kotsu Centernext to JR HakataStation, and Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Center

Iocated on the 3rd floor of Solaria Terminal Bldg. in Tenjin.

The Nishitetsu Fukuoka (Tenjin) Train Station is located on the

2nd floor of Mitsukoshi department store in Tenjin. From the sta-

tion, you can travel to the popular local destinations such as

Dazaifu, Kurume and Yanagawa via the Nishitetsu Tenjin-Omuta

Line (see following pages).

Access:By Rail:

From To Type of transportation Time required One-way fare

Tokyo

Hakata(Fukuoka)

JR Shinkansen (By Nozomi) 5 hr. 9 min. 22,320JR Shinkansen (By Hikari) 6 hr. 30 min. 21,720

Osaka (Shin-Osaka)JR Shinkansen (By Sakura) 2 hr. 40 min. 14,890

JR Shinkansen (By Nozomi) 2 hr. 28 min. 14,890

HiroshimaJR Shinkansen (By Sakura) 1 hr. 10 min. 8,700

JR Shinkansen (By Nozomi) 1 hr. 2 min. 8,900

Some trains are not direct ones between Tokyo and Hakata. It is necessary to transfer at Shin-Osaka Sta. or Nagoya Sta.

By Air:

From To Airlines (Airport) Time required One-way fare

Tokyo

Fukuoka

JAL, ANA, SKY (Haneda) 1 hr. 50 min.39,070

(SKY 22,800)

JAL, ANA (Narita) 2 hrs. 38,900

OsakaJAL, ANA (Itami)

ANA (Kansai)1 hr. 10 min. 24,100

Nagoya ANA (Centrair)1 hr. 20 min.

1 hr. 30 min.27,900

The One-way fare may change by season.

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Places of Interest: [: Location on the City Map]

Tenjin: [subway Tenjin Sta.] Bustling with energy, Tenjin is Fukuokas principal commercial center. Here there are a large

number of shops and department stores (Iwataya, Daimaru and Mitsukoshi) jostling for space with offices and even ancient shrines.

For shopping, also check out Tenjin Chikagai, an underground mall which runs past the subway station entrance.

In the western part of Tenjin is Tenjin West Street, a must for fashion-conscious young people, while in the east-

ern part is ACROS Fukuoka, a center for information and culture, covered with a terraced garden which

descends into the adjacent Tenjin Central Park.

Yanagibashi Market: [15-min. walk from JR Hakata Sta.] Fukuoka is very proud of its fresh fish, and a good place

to see many varieties available is at Yanagibashi Market, the best known market in the city.

Canal City Hakata: [10-min. walk from JR Hakata Sta.] Opened in 1996, this futuristic city-within-a-city is

the first of its kind in Japan. Centered around a 180-meter canal, it hosts a variety of attractions including Fukuoka City Theater, a

13-screen movie theater, a futuristic amusement theme park, hotels, hundreds of stores and daily street entertainment.

http://www.canalcity.co.jp/world/english/urban.html

Yatai:Yatai are mobile food stalls which appear on the streets in late afternoon and early evening. There are more than

200 in Fukuoka, mainly in the Nakasu and Tenjin areas, serving such dishes as Hakata ramen (Chinese noodles in a rich pork soup)

and oden (vegetables and fish simmered in a light fish broth).

Kushida Shrine: [5-min. walk from subway Gion Sta.] The oldest shrine (Shinto place of worship) in Fukuoka City.

Kushida Shrine is thought to have been founded in the year 757, with the present structure dating back to 1587. Many people visit

to pray for a long healthy life and business prosperity. The shrine serves as the center of the Yamakasa Festival, and a festival float

is on permanent display within the grounds.

Hakata Machiya Folk Museum: [10-min. walk from subway Gion Sta.] Located just in front of KushidaShrine, the museum presents the life and times of the people of Hakata during the Meiji and Taisho Eras (18681926). Particularly

popular are video presentations of the Yamakasa Festival and the small shop which sells a comprehensive range of local crafts.

Open: 10:00-18:00 (enter by 17:30). Closed: Dec. 29 31. Admission: 200.

Sumiyoshi Shrine: [15-min. walk from JR Hakata Sta.] This shrine is said to be one of the oldest in Kyushu and is

dedicated to the guardian god of sailors. The present main shrine, restored in 1623, retains the typical Sumiyoshi-zukuri style of

architecture.

Shofukuji Temple: [5-min. walk from subway Gion Sta.] After four years of study in China, a priest named Eisai

returned to Japan and introduced Zen Buddhism, establishing Shofukuji Temple as Japans first Zen Buddhist temple. Eisai also

introduced tea, and the first tea bushes in Japan were cultivated in the temple grounds.

Tochoji Temple:[2-min. walk from subway Gion Sta.] While the structure is modern, the temple has been long estab-

lished. Completed only in 1993, the biggest attraction for visitors is its image of Buddha, which at 10.8 meters (36 ft.) is Japans tall-

est such wooden image.Hakata Riverain:[immediately above subway Nakasu-Kawabata Sta. Exit 6] A new commercial complex with a

theater, a hotel, shops and restaurants. On the 7th floor is the Fukuoka Asian Art Museum featuring a collection of contempo-

rary Asian art. Open: 10:0020:00. (enter by 19:30). Closed on Wed. (When Wed. falls on a national holiday, next day will be

closed.) and Dec. 26 to Jan. 1. Admission: 200. http://faam.city.fukuoka.jp/eng/home.html On the 2nd basement floor is Nigiwai

Plaza, which has a display of local crafts and Internet-linked computers that can be used free of charge. Open 10:0020:00. Closed

Jan. 1.

Bayside Place Hakata Futoh: [30-min. walk from subway Tenjin Sta. or 14min. by bus from Hakata

Sta.] This waterfront complex of shops and restaurants is one of Fukuoka's most popular attractions. The interior features a large

columnar aquarium, while the outside has broad wooden decks for strolling along the waterfront. This is also the departure point

for Hakata Bay cruises and for ferries to nearby islands.

Hakata Traditional Craft Center: [5-min. walk from subway Gion Sta. and Nakasu-Kawabata Sta.] Located

next to the Kushida Shrine, this tow-storied wooden building is a home to Fukuokas various traditional arts and crafts such as

Hakata Ori (woven textile) and Hakata Ningyo (dolls). Various exhibitions, workshops, and lectures are held in the Gallery

Room in the first floor. The second floor mainly focuses on Hakata Ori and Hakata Ningyo, explaining their history and manu-

facturing methods. Open: 10:0018:00 (enter by 17:30). Closed: Wednesdays, Dec. 2931. Admission: free.

TENJIN AREA

HAKATA and NAKASU AREA

AIRPORT-CITY CENTER:

By subway: 5 min. to Hakata Sta. (250), and 11 min. to Tenjin, downtown Fukuoka (250).

FUKUOKA 100-YEN BUS

You can take convenient buses that cost only 100 and the area for that is between Hakata Station and Tenjin district, which is the

center of Fukuoka city. Here is another choice. The ONE-DAY BUS PASS, good for a day, allows you to travel to most major spots

in Fukuoka city. The price is 600.

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Ohori Park: [7-min. walk from subway Ohorikoen Sta.] This large park is comprised mostly of a central lake, which

originally formed part of the outer moat of Fukuoka Castle. Around the lake runs a broad path which is popular with joggers,

cyclists and walkers alike. Ohori Park is also home to Fukuoka Art MuseumOpen: 9:3017:30 (enter by 17:00),

Jul. & Aug.19:30. Closed: Mon. and Dec. 28Jan 4. Admission: 200, http://www.fukuoka-art-museum.jp/english/index.html and

Ohori Park Japanese GardenOpen: 9:0017:00 (enter by 16:45). Closed: Mon. (When Mon. falls on a

national holiday, next day will be closed.) Dec. 29Jan 3. Admission: 240. Adjoining Ohori Park on the east side is Maizuru Park

where you can explore the ruins ofFukuoka Castle

, which was originally completed in 1608.Minami Park: [20 min. by bus from Hakata Sta.] This large park situated on a hill in the southern part of the city and is

home to Fukuoka Zoo and Botanical GardensOpen: 9:0017:00. Closed: Mon. and Dec. 29Jan. 1.

Admission (to both facilities): 400.

Yusentei Garden: [35 min. by bus from JR Hakata Sta.] Originally built as a villa for a feudal lord, Yusentei Garden

was remade into a classic Japanese-style garden. Open: 9:0017:00. Closed: Mon. (When Mon. falls on a national holiday, next day

will be closed.) and Dec. 29Jan. 1. Admission: 200.

Seaside Momochi: [15-min. walk from Tojinmachi, Nishijin or subway Fujisaki Sta.] Built on reclaimed land, this

waterfront location presents Fukuokas most modern face, and is home to a large number of cultural and commercial facilities:

Fukuoka Toweris Japans tallest coastal tower offering excellent views over adjacent Hakata Bay and the city as a

whole from the observation deck at 123 meters. Open: 9:3022:00 (from Apr.1 to Sep.30), 9:3021:00(Oct.1 to Mar.31).Admisson: 800 (http://www.fukuokatower.co.jp/language/english.html) Immediately to the north, flanked by sandy beaches, is a

pier called Marizonfrom where you can cross Hakata Bay by boat to Uminonakamichi Seaside Park

, while just to the south is Fukuoka City Museum. The central theme of the museum is the role the city

has played as a center of exchange in East Asia. Open: 9:3017:30, Jul & Aug. 19:30 (except Sun.) enter 30min. before each closing

time. Closed: Mon. (When Mon. falls on a national holiday, next day will be closed.) and Dec. 28Jan 4. Admission: 200. To the

east is Hawks Townwhich features Fukuoka Yahoo! JAPAN Dome, Japans first

retractable-roofed dome and home to the Fukuoka Softbank Hawks professional baseball team. The promenade which rings the

dome at the 3rd floor level is popular with visitors and residents alike.

Marinoa City Fukuoka: [15min. by bus from subway Meinohama Sta.] This waterfront outlet mall is also

home to a Ferris wheel.

Hakozaki Shrine: [3-min. walk from subway Hakozaki-Miyamae Sta.] Established in 923, the present structures date

back to the mid-16th to early 17th centuries. An important festival, Hojoya, takes place here from September 1218 every year.

Along the main approach to the shrine is Hakozaki Shrine Flower Gardenwhich features peonies and other

flowering plants in season. Open: 9:3017:00. Closed: Mon. (When Mon. falls on a national holiday, next day will be closed.)

Admission 100500 depending on season.

Side Trip to Dazaifu:

[40 min. by Nishitetsu Tenjin-Omuta Line from Nishitetsu Fukuoka Sta. in Tenjin, changing at Futsukaichi, get off at Dazaifu] The city is

famous as the home ofDazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, established in 905 to deify Michizane Sugawara, a great scholar

of Chinese literature, as the guardian god of learning. The present main shrine dates back to 1590. The grounds are planted with

6,000 Japanese plum trees which bloom from late January to March. Treasure Hallalso in the grounds has a small but very

fine collection of artifacts. Open: 9:0016:30. (enter by 16:00) Closed: Mon. (depending on month) Admission: 300. Dont miss near-

by Komyozenji Templewhich has a beautiful moss garden. Open: 8:0017:00. Donation: 200.

Kyushu National Museum:

[10 min. walk from Dazaifu Sta. on Dazaifu line. or 15 min by taxi from Futsukaichi Sta. on JR Kagoshima Honsen line.] Opened in

2005. focusing on the cultural heritage of Japan and cultural exchange with the rest of Asia. Open: 9:3017:00 (enter by 16:30). Closed:

Mon. If Monday is public holiday. following day. Admission: 420. http://www.kyuhaku.com/pr/pdf/english.pdf

Side Trip to Yanagawa:

[50 min. by Nishitetsu Tenjin-Omuta Line from Nishitetsu Fukuoka Station in Tenjin, get off at Nishitetsu Yanagawa] Yanagawa's prin-

cipal attraction is the network of canals which crisscrosses the town. Visitors can ride in flat-bottomed boats along the canals, taking

them leisurely past flowering plants, weeping willows and historic buildings.

HAKOZAKI SHRINE

OHORI PARK AREA

SEASIDE MOMOCHI AREA

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Special Benefits for Foreign Visitors in the Fukuoka CityVisitors Guide enables all overseas visitors to specific area to receive benefit ofdiscount fees at some tourist facilities, and accommodations.

Fukuoka City Visitors Guide(For use by)All non-Japanese visiting or living in Japan.(For use in)Fukuoka City;

(Available at)JNTO Tokyo TIC, TIC in Narita Airport ( Terminal 1 & 2), Tourist offices inFukuoka Airport, Hakata Station, Tenjin, Tenjin Chikagai, Fukuoka Tower,Kitakyushu City Tourist Information Center, Canal City Hakata, FukuokaInternational Association Rainbow Plaza, ACROS Fukuoka,Hakata-MachiyaFurusatokan, Hilton Fukuoka Sea Hawk, Fukuoka Convention and Visitors Bureau,Dazaifu Tourist Associationhttp://www.city.fukuoka.jp/info/welcome/main-e.htm Tel: 092-733-5050

JNTO WebsiteJNTO Website can be a great help for getting detailed

information for your travel to Japan. It provides a wide range

of travel information in English and other 5 languages(FranaisDeutsch ) via the

internet on transportation, accommodations, shopping and

events. Information is updated frequently to enable you to

access the latest information anytime.

URL: http://www. jnto. go. jp

Accommodations:

Name of facilities Tel. Fax.Room rate

()

ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Fukuoka (H)

Hakata Miyako Hotel (H)

Hotel New Otani Hakata (H)

Nishitetu Grand Hotel (H)

Hotel Nikko Fukuoka (H)

Takakura Hotel Fukuoka (H) IP Hotel Fukuoka (H)

Central Hotel Fukuoka (BH)

Hakata Green Hotel (BH)

Hotel Hokke Club Fukuoka (BH)

Fukuoka Yamanoue Hotel (H)

Kashima Honkan (R)

Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel (H)

Iwai Hotel (R)

Grand Hyatt Fukuoka (H)

Reisenkaku Hotel Ekimae (BH)

JBB. Hotel (BH)

Hotel ETS Inn Hakata (BH)

R & B Hakataeki-mae(BH)

Hakata Gran Suisho Hotel (BH) Toyoko Inn Hakataeki-Minami (BH)

Accord Hotel (BH)

Amenity Hotel in Hakata (BH)

Heiwadai Hotel Tenjin (BH)

Valie Hotel Akasaka (BH)

Kitatenjin S.B. Hotel(BH)

Hotel Etwas Tenjin (BH)

Hotel Twins Momochi (BH)

Hotel Okura Fukuoka (H)

Hilton Fukuoka Sea Hawk (H)

YH Skycourt Hakata (Y)

(092) 471-7111

(092) 441-3111

(092) 714-1111

(092) 781-0711

(092) 482-1111

(092) 731-1661(092) 262-2009

(092) 712-1212

(092) 451-4112

(092) 271-3171

(092) 771-2131

(092) 291-0746

(092) 761-6500

(092) 712-5800

(092) 282-1234

(092) 441-8601

(092) 263-8300

(092) 642-4563

(092) 473-9898

(092) 451-0101(092) 475-1045

(092) 434-1850

(092) 282-0041

(092) 737-1000

(092) 732-0900

(092) 717-6600

(092) 737-3233

(092) 852-4800

(092) 262-2100

(092) 844-8111

(092) 262-4400

(092) 471-1109

(092) 481-1306

(092) 715-5658

(092) 751-8224

(092) 482-1127

(092) 731-1669(092) 262-1909

(092) 761-8980

(092) 451-4177

(092) 272-2095

(092) 771-8888

(092) 271-7995

(092) 781-1211

(092) 712-5806

(092) 282-2817

(092) 441-8625

(092) 263-8301

(092) 642-4628

(092) 434-7577

(092) 451-0023(092) 475-1046

(092) 434-1889

(092) 282-0044

(092) 737-1003

(092) 732-0909

(092) 717-6627

(092) 737-3266

(092) 845-8637

(092) 262-7701

(092) 844-7887

(092) 262-8111

correspond to those on the map page 3/6. Rate per person.

H = HotelR = Ryokan

BH = Business HotelY = Youth Hostel

= more than 15,000 yen = 8,001 yen 15,000 yen = 8,000 yen or less

Remarks:

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TOURIST INFORMATION(Visit Japan Information Network)

information

Fukuoka Tourist Information Center

2nd Fl., ACROS Fukuoka, 1-1-1, Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City,Fukuoka Pref. Tel. (092)725-9100

10:00 18:00; Closed on Dec. 29 Jan. 3

Fukuoka International Association, Rainbow Plaza

8th Fl., IMS Bldg., 1-7-11, Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City,Fukuoka Pref. Tel. (092)733-2220

10:00 20:00; Closed 3rd Tue., Dec. 29 Jan. 3

Fukuoka Hakata Station Tourist Information Center

JR Hakata Station, 1-1, Hakataeki-chuogai, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka

City, Fukuoka Pref. Tel. (092)431-30038:00 20:00

Fukuoka Tenjin Tourist Information Center

1st fl., Solaria Terminal Bldg., 2-1-1, Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka

City Tel. (092)751-6904

10:0018:30; Closed on Dec. 31 Jun. 1.Hakata Daimaru Exchange & Information

1st fl., Daimaru Department Store Main Bldg., 1-4-1, Tenjin,Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Pref. Tel. (092)712-8181

10:00 18:00; Closed Jan.1Dazaifu Hall3-2-3, Saifu, Dazaifu City, Fukuoka Pref. Tel. (092)918-870010:00 18:00; Closed on Wed.

Dazaifu City Tourist Information Desk

2-5-1, Saifu, Dazaifu City, Fukuoka Pref. Tel. (092)925-18809:00 17:30

Kurume Tourist Information (JR Kurume Station)

JR Kurume Station, Jonan-machi, Kurume City, Fukuoka Pref.

Tel. (0942)33-442210:00 17:30, 9:00 17:30 (Sat., Sun. & national holidays);

Closed Dec.29 Jan.3

Kurume Tourist Information (Nishitetsu Kurume Station)

Nishitetsu Kurume Station, Higashi-machi, Kurume City, Fukuoka

Pref. Tel. (0942)33-333810:00 17:30, 9:00 17:30 (Sat., Sun. & national holidays);

Closed Dec.29 Jan.3

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